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On the recordJune 1, 2009
I think, until we get an honest approach that really results in substantial renegotiation of mortgages, that the real estate industry and the housing industry are going to continue to be weak.
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Dick Durbin
Democratic · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Durbin emphasizes the need for substantial mortgage renegotiation to strengthen the housing industry.

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